Ongoing research

Good stand establishment is important for alfalfa production and can impact crop productivity for years. Weed competition during stand establishment may be irreversible because it impedes root growth, results in thinner alfalfa stands, and can lower forage quality.

This month's Spotlight Master Gardener, Valerie Kimmel-Oliva had a personal goal to complete three UCCE programs in one year which she did (fall to spring 2017-2018).

Spring is just around the corner, and it's time to make sure your garden tools are in peak condition. Good maintenance not only prolongs the life and usefulness of garden tools; it also improves their performance in the garden. In addition, clean tools help prevent the spread of disease.

It feels like spring is here! It might not stay, as we sometimes have a few false starts here in So Cal, but the birds are singing, the trees are sending out blooms and summer veggies are getting seeded and about ready to be transplanted.

Our population of urban trees is shrinking! You can help turn this around by protecting your own trees and by planting new ones recommended for your climate and the conditions around your home.

4-H Rocket Launch volunteer opportunity. Members interested in volunteering should contact Russ directly.

It's always a delight to see bumble bees and honey bees foraging together on flowers during the winter "sun breaks." Lately we've been seeing them sharing rosemary blossoms in Benicia and Vallejo.

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The native plant demonstration garden was developed as part of a USDA Forest Service Project. In fiscal year 2006, Congress set aside funding for use by the National Forest System and its partners to fund cost-share projects.

The UC Master Gardeners of Inyo and Mono Counties have been working on restoring and improving the landscape of the Eastern Sierra Interagency Visitors' Center in Lone Pine California in partnership with the US Forest Service.